By James Ishaku To curb the rising wave of brain drain affecting Nigeria’s public sector, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced a Digital Competence Framework and Career Progression Model aimed at strengthening ICT capacity and retaining skilled professionals within the civil service. Announcing the initiative, NITDA’s Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, said...
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NDLEA Nabs 129 Over Drug Offences in Kogi, Seizes Over 280kg of Hard Drugs
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 129 suspects for drug-related offences across Kogi State, in a major crackdown on drug abuse and trafficking. The Kogi State Commander of the NDLEA, Umar Mustapha Yahuza, made this known during a press briefing in Lokoja as part of activities marking the 2025 International Day Against...
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EDUN UNVEILS ROADMAP FOR INVESTMENT-LED GROWTH AT STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT SESSION
The Federal Government’s commitment to economic reform and development took center stage today as the Federal Ministry of Finance held its Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement on the Implementation of Presidential Priorities and Ministerial Deliverables for second quarter of 2025 in Abuja. This quarterly engagement is designed to foster transparency, accountability, and inclusive growth, providing a...
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Army Smashes Kidnap Syndicate in Kwara, Rescues Two Victims in Swift Operation
In a major breakthrough against rising cases of kidnapping in parts of Kwara State, troops of the 22 Armoured Brigade, operating from the Forward Operating Base in Patigi, have arrested eight suspected kidnappers and rescued two abducted persons during a coordinated military operation. The rescue mission, which took place on Saturday, June 21, followed actionable...
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NITDA, NCFRMI Forge Strategic Alliance for Inclusive Digital Transformation of Displaced Nigerians
By Zuwaira Ayitogo The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to advancing inclusive digital transformation, particularly among Nigeria’s displaced population. He made this known during a strategic engagement with the leadership of the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants, and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) at...
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FG WELCOMES SHELL’S RENEWED COMMITMENT TO NIGERIA’S ENERGY SECTOR
The Federal Government has welcomed Shell’s renewed commitment to Nigeria’s energy sector, with the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, expressing optimism about the company’s investments in the country Receiving a senior delegation from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) Nigeria Limited, led by the Managing Director and Country Chair,...
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Nigeria, JICA Partner To Launch $11.2 Million Innovation Hub, Bolster Startup Ecosystem
By Oluwole Alao In a landmark move towards implementing the Presidential priority area of reforming the economy for sustained inclusive growth and accelerating diversification through industrialisation and digitisation by strengthening Nigeria’s innovation and technology ecosystem, the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, has announced the commencement of $11.2...
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AONN Urges Wike to End Ongoing Strikes in Schools and Health Centres
By Prosper Okoye The Association for Orphans and Vulnerable Children NGOs in Nigeria (AONN), FCT Chapter, has urged the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to urgently intervene in the ongoing strikes by primary school teachers and primary health care workers in Abuja. The call was made on Wednesday during the association’s...
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NSCDC Pledges Collaboration with NBA, Reaffirms Commitment to Human Rights in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting human rights, while expressing readiness to collaborate with the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ilorin Branch, in strengthening the fight against crime in the state. This assurance was given by the State Commandant,...
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Dignitaries Grace Launch of Dr. Rabiu Olowo Foundation in Celebration of His 40th Birthday
Prominent figures from Nigeria’s public and private sectors gathered to celebrate the official launch of the Dr. Rabiu Onaolapo Olowo Foundation, an event held to mark the 40th birthday of Dr. Rabiu Olowo, Executive Chairman of the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria. The high-profile event was attended by notable personalities including Victor Muruako Esq, Executive...